Borussia Dortmund midfield pair Nmecha, Bellingham target growth for 2026‑27 season

German international Felix Nmecha, currently on a pre‑season tour in Japan with Borussia Dortmund, said he wants to assume more responsibility and become a key player for the club ahead of the 2026‑27 Bundesliga campaign. He praised teammate Jobe Bellingham, noting the midfielder’s "huge potential" and their improving on‑field chemistry.

Bellingham echoed the sentiment, stating that the duo can still "grow tremendously" together. Statistics from the previous season show Nmecha and Bellingham leading the team in successful passes, duels won and interceptions, and Dortmund’s win rate rose to 61.9 % when both started. The pair will feature in the upcoming Franz Beckenbauer Supercup against Bayern Munich on 22 August, with the league opening a week later versus Hamburger SV. Transfer speculation links Nmecha with a possible move to Manchester United following strong World Cup performances.